Insomnia Cookies

405 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

American

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Insomnia Cookies has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 13, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to four violations previously.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor, showing up two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Aug 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Oct 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

06C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Insomnia Cookies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Insomnia Cookies on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Insomnia Cookies?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Insomnia Cookies.

How does Insomnia Cookies compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Insomnia Cookies most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Insomnia Cookies's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Insomnia Cookies have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Insomnia Cookies means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Insomnia Cookies inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Insomnia Cookies is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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